Research Nurse

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Research Nurse NE

Job Summary:

The Research RN will support the portfolio of studies managed by the Emergency Department (ED) Research Coordinator Program in the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine. Duties may include pre-implementation work with a goal of operationalizing clinical research protocols as well as supporting the implementation of research activities in the University Hospital ED. This Research RN will support eligibility review for potential participants, will collect biological samples for research purposes (blood, urine, saliva), and will support chart review as required. The position requires oversight and supervision of Research RNs.

• This position is part-time, 50%

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collects, verifies, and enters data into database and analyzes clinical information data

• May provide expertise, training, and guidance to the community, peers, and/or students

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of research work unit

• Secures and schedules logistics for clinical research projects according to the research plan

• Assists in the recruitment and screening of subjects for clinical studies by conducting physical health assessments

• Provides professional nursing care to patients according to established protocols

• Provides appropriate treatment plan direction and information to study participants

• Serves as main point of contact and liaison to project participants, investigators, research sponsors, and the research team delivering study information in accordance with established research project standards and protocols

• Serves a primary point of contact for emergent study participant situations related to adverse effects or complications of the study

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine

At the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine, our focus is advancing the health of our community through unparalleled investments in exemplary education and training, rigorous discovery and collaboration, and compassionate patient care. Each year, our faculty and staff care for more than 100,000 patients across our emergency departments, serving as a trusted resource for communities throughout Wisconsin and beyond. Our commitment to remarkable healthcare drives us forward, always focused on turning adversity into opportunity and redefining the limits of our specialty. To complement this mission, Madison offers an exceptional quality of life. Learn more about what makes Madison a top place to live, work, and explore.

Compensation:

The starting hourly wage for the position is $30.77 per hour; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.

SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Effective July 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that positions earning less than $43,888 annually be considered non-exempt under FLSA provisions for overtime. Based on these rules, if the person selected for this recruitment will earn less than the new salary threshold at July 1, 2024 ($43,888 annually), they will be an academic staff non-exempt employee, will be paid hourly and will receive overtime compensation for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience in an Emergency Department setting

• Minimum of 3 years experience implementing clinical research protocols in Emergency Department setting

• Experience with sample collecting and processing (blood, saliva, urine)

• Experience supervising clinical research staff

• Registered Nurse (RN) License required by the start date of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting workflow development/design to support successful implementation of clinical trials in healthcare environments

• Experience with a variety of electronic data capture systems

• Registered Nurse (RN), State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

How to Apply:

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• Cover letter required

• Resume

Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an Page 9 of 9 ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position, you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

Contact Information:

Phoebe Natzke, [email protected] Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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